Level 3
Access To HE: Psychology and Mental Health
This course is designed for people aged 18 or over and and is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in the mental health, therapy, educational, neuroscience or psychology fields or considering changing careers to work in these fields.
A career in any psychology or mental health field empowers you to help people, working in a variety of positions and a wide choice of specialties.
You will study in college for 12 hours a week and complete the rest of your studies independently. If you are prepared to study hard, this is a great flexible course to fit around your lifestyle and working commitments - voluntary or paid work within related fields will strengthen your university application and is recommended.
We have a highly skilled and experienced teaching team, and this is one of the reasons we see success and progression to university rates significantly above the national average.
The course is well-established and widely accepted by universities, providing you with UCAS tariff points that are equivalent to three A Levels.
Subjects/Topics Covered
The Access to HE Diploma in Psychology and Mental Health is designed to prepare students for entry into a broad range of undergraduate programs. The subjects covered in this course typically include:
Psychology: You will explore the causes and treatments of a range of psychological conditions
Health Studies: Within this you will enhance your knowledge about the impact of society on mental health and well-being
Research and Referencing: students will learn about research methods used in medical and healthcare fields, including qualitative and quantitative research.
Study Skills: This module covers communication skills that are essential for success in the social sciences, including verbal and written communication, presentation skills, and teamwork.
Assessment Method
The Access to HE Diploma is designed to reflect the rigor and demands of undergraduate study. It includes a range of assessment methods such as essays, reports, exams, presentations, and portfolios. The assessments will be spread throughout the year, and you will receive regular feedback to help you progress and develop your skills.
Study Time
You will study in college for 12 hours a week and complete the rest of your studies independently. If you are prepared to study hard, this is a great flexible course to fit around your lifestyle and working commitments - voluntary or paid work within related fields will strengthen your university application and is recommended.
Please note that Access courses require at least one day per week of independent study and applicants must be able to commit to that.
Progression Opportunities
This course will help you progress onto a variety of degree courses, including University Centre Weston’s:
- Health and Social Care Practice FdSc
- Integrated Mental Health and Social Care FdSC
- Counselling BSc (Hons) (please note that you will need to have completed a level 2 in Counselling in addition to Access to progress to this degree)
- Education, Society and Childhood BSc (Hons)
- Early Years Education BA (Hons)
- SEND and Inclusive Practice BA (Hons)
Plus a range of degrees at universities across the country, including:
- Mental Health Nursing
- Learning Disabilities Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Health and Social Care
- Social Work
- Education
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Youth Justice
- Youth Work
Entry Requirements
GSCE English Grade 4/C is mandatory. It may be possible to study GCSE maths alongside, as this will be needed for most universities, but this is dependent on the applicant’s circumstances and will be discussed at interview. We will consider equivalent qualifications, but the applicant must check that their equivalents will be accepted for entry to their chosen university. Please note, that if you wish to progress to UWE Bristol, they will consider accepting maths units which are studied within the Access programme as equivalent to GCSE. maths. This will be discussed at interview.
Additional Support
Our dedicated team of experts is on hand to provide you with tailored advice and support to help you make the right decisions about your future career and course choices. Whether you need help developing your employability skills, exploring your options, or deciding which course to take, we're here to help you achieve your goals.
We also offer a free Career Coach programme, which provides a detailed careers assessment to help you discover your strengths and interests. You can then discuss your results with one of our advisors, who can point you in the right direction and recommend courses that will help you achieve your career aspirations.
Plus, as a Microsoft College, all of our students and apprentices get FREE access to LinkedIn Learning. This is an amazing online platform that offers expert-led courses to help you develop your business, technology-related, and creative skills. At Weston College, we're dedicated to helping you achieve success in your career, whatever your goals may be. So why not take that first step today and join our adult community of learners? We can't wait to help you unlock your full potential!
Financing Your Course
At Weston College, we believe that learning should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer a range of adult courses that could be free or significantly discounted. Apply online today and our friendly team will be in touch to see how we can ensure you can enrol and get the best price for your course. Don't let finances hold you back from pursuing your passion and advancing your career. Apply now and let us help you achieve your goals.
